So...My 2000 Z24 has been sittin around for a few years and im not a mechanic. I come across a 2009 G5 write off. the engine, transmission and wiring were all saved. Am i getting myself into a bigger headache than im expecting. I basically want to know is there any difference in swapping a LAP or a L61. Is Newer actually better im trying to ask. Thanks for you're time guys.
Lowlly

If you do a 06+ l61 or lap you will need the external trigger wheel that Phil is selling.

Nice...I knew id get a little more answers here, thanks. have you done this kind of swap?

Lowlly Francis wrote:Am i getting myself into a bigger headache than im expecting.

Yes. It has VVT with will not work with our ECUs.




its an old concept. time for something new to take the reigns. - Z yaaaa

you could swap over all the electronics and vvt and all that jaz would still work, but it would be A LOT of work.


- Your not-so-local, untrained, uncertified, backyard mechanic. But my @!#$ runs

yea i was thinking that i was alot. i just wasnt sure with the newer model engines. im not doing it myself. i have a friend who used to work at a gm dealership for about 15 years before his dealership was closed im guessing he'd be the right person to take it to. thanx again

Oedwards wrote:you could swap over all the electronics and vvt and all that jaz would still work, but it would be A LOT of work.

It would be easier to slap a l61 head ons and do away with the vvt stuff.